....................................

[C.Ann]

Thank you all..
C.Ann

[binny]

OH hon!!!! (((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))

I am SO very sorry!!! You are, as always, in myprayers you have had so muc h to deal with lately! :(

I will keep you in prayers If you need anything please dont hesitate to PM me!
Robin

[Laurabearz]

((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))) My thoughts and prayers are with you.............

[#1 Disney Fan]

More good thoughts and pixie dust headed your way, C Ann.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

[Teejay32]

Great Caeser's ghost. Wow.

I'll be back, have to go read your other post.

[janette]

{{{{HUGS}}}} I wish they could be real, what an awful day and my prayers are with you.

[Buckalew]

C.Ann,
My prayers are with you. Many, many of them. Your cup is full right now. I will be praying for your DH. I know you must be scared too. And, no, you aren't being punished for anything. It rains on everyone (and the sunshines on everyone)... always remember that. {{{HUGS}}} to you. I hear the emotion in your post. I'm so sorry.

[ZPT1022]

I have not been here since the beginning and don't have the whole picture of what is going on with your DH but I would like to offer my condolences. My thoughts are with you, and good luck dealing with witchy-poo stepdaughter (imagine she is the Big Lots manager:mad: ) Good luck to you and I know it's cloche, but there's nowhere to go but up once you've hit the bottom. Good luck to you :D

[Dan Murphy]

C.Ann, I am so sorry to read all you are dealing with. We can't be physically with you, but we sure are with you in spirit and prayer. Don't lose your faith in goodness, what with all that has happened of late.

My prayers are with you and your family, my best for you all.

{{Hugs}},

Dan

[Catzeyes]

I am really sorry about everything that is happening to you right now, I will continue to keep DH and you in my prayers and if there is anything else I can do just let me know. {{Hugs to you}}

[Towncrier]

I will continue to hold you in my prayers. And Buckalew is right. It may feel at the present time as though God is punishing you. But God is not vengeful nor hateful. Those are human characteristics. And God is a loving God. Just think of all the people that are praying for you right now. I believe that God has a hand in the compassion that is pouring out for you and your family.

Don't fret about your cousin's funeral. I'm sure that your family will understand that you have more pressing matters at the present time. Have you reached out to local friends and asked for their help? I know that there must be someone who can help lighten your burden by sharing the load that is on your shoulders. I wish that there were more that I could do. I know that being preached to is probably not high on your priority list right now. And I hope that I'm not being too preachy. I suppose that it's a hazard of being the son of a minister. Keep the faith. And let us know if there is anything (besides prayer) that we can do for you and your family.

[browneyes]

I'm sorry you're going through all this, especially all at the same time.:( I hope the dr's are able to help your husband. I'd prefer they be able to save him, but if not-I hope they make what time he has left more peaceful for him.:(

[KimRaye]

Oh C.Ann! What a horrible day. You've certainly had more to handle than any one person should have to. I'm so sorry. :(

Continued prayers for you and DH and your DD, and even the stepkids that they may handle themselves with some respect & kindness.

Strength & comfort & peace for you. Please get some rest and take care of yourself. We're all worried.

[Teejay32]

I'm so sorry, all this that you're going through is just too much. I'd be calling in the reinforcements. Friends, family, anyone I could grab hold of, someone could do phone calls for you, send regrets and all that. Please ask. P&PD & hugs from here.

[LisaTx]

{{{{{Hugs}}}}} C.Ann. I wish there was more we could do for you. You are certainly going through more than your share right now. I hope tomorrow is a brighter day for you and your family. I'm sending good thoughts your way.

[minniecarousel]

Oh, C.Ann - I don't know what to say. You continue to be in my prayers.
Regarding the VA - they saved my brother's life. I think you can be assured that your DH is getting good care. (People have bad things to say about every "kind" of hospitals. Even the largest private hospitals have their detractors. Some county hosp are excellent, but also get a bad rap! So don't let that bother you!)
{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

[tiggerlover]

I can not even imagine what you are going through right now....certainly more than your fair share by the looks of it. You are still in my prayers and I hope that your step daughters back off a little and realize how difficult this all is very you.

[FTWFAN]

C.Ann, If there is anything you need, please just ask us. We are all praying for you and your DH. I am also paying that your times ahead with your stepchildren will go more smoothly by your all coming together to do what is best for your DH. My thoughts and prayers are with you!;)

[DocRafiki]

This is all so horrible! I'm so sorry any of this is happening, much less all at once! I know that I wouldn't have the energy to write a coherent narrative on here if I were in your shoes, so you deserve a big pat on the back!

[WDWfanatic288]

oh sweetheart!! :( :(

too much stuff going on at once...I know what you are going thru!! :(


{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}
and *Pd* and prayers coming your way!!

if you ever need to vent just drop me a PM!

[snoopy]

Oh, C. Ann. I just feel the sadness and frustration in your post, I am so sorry for everything that is happening right now. :(

You and your family will remain in my prayers. Keep us updated as you can.

[zurgswife]

{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}

[imgoingtodisney]

Oh my God! I feel so bad for you. Please take care of yourself.
Sending pixie dust and prayers.
{{hugs}}

[Mamu]

CAnn I don't know what to say. You have my prayers and a {{{HUG}}}

It is said we are never given more then we can handle, thats bull, I've been there. So I know what you are going through.

I can only say hang in there, we are all praying for you and your family. I wish I could do more to help. I know that feeling that your heart is going to beat right out of your chest.

[helenabear]

{{{{{HUGS}}}}} C.Ann I wish there was something more I could do for you right now. If I could, I would reach out and give you the biggest hug and help you make all the calls you need to in order to take care of everything. Don't you fret about your cousin's funeral no one will expect you to be there. With our home owner's policy trees falling on homes are the exact thing they always give as examples of "Acts of God" so don't you fret about that either. Just know I am here to listen (as well all are) and help in any way possible. Please do take care of yourself and know that you and your DH are in my prayers.

[epcotfan]

Oh C.Ann...I don't even know what to say....
I am praying for your DH, doggy and you...
(((((((((HUG))))))))))))))

[Colleen A.]

Please know that you and your whole family (little doggy included!:D ) are in our prayers. We're all here whenever you need someone to "talk" to! {HUGS}

Colleen

[yepod]

{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}

[Big V]

I'll keep you, your DH and your family in my thoughts and prayers C. Ann.:(

[dianeschlicht]

(((((((HUG)))))))
((((((((((((((HUG))))))))))))
((((((((((((((((((((HUG)))))))))))))))))
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUG)))))))))))))))))) )))
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hug))))))))) )))))))))))))))))))))))

I thought after all of that, you need more than one big hug!

[Robinrs]

C.Ann:

OMG.... at first I didn't want to open this post... I WANTED so badly to hear Good news...

But a voice told me to read it and then get on my knees for you.

I will, I know the pain you're going through. It is SO hard, but please, realize that this is NOT a punishment, that burden was released on the cross 2002 years ago! We are saved by grace, not punished for past deeds. What you're suffering through is an attack, a trial, and while going through it it may seem impossible, but we are never given more than we can bear...

Remember that the way we respond to a trial is how we survive it.

You will survive this one, I will be in constant prayer for it.

God bless you, and the little doggy, too. My cat had that very same tumor in the very same place.

--Robinrs

[figmentvi]

Oh C. Ann I am so sorry that all of these things are happening to you. I will continue to pray that you have the strength to deal with all of this.

And don't take any garbage from your step-daughter. People who cause trouble at times like these make be soooo angry.

Hang in there, your DISkin are pulling for you.


Linda

[amid chaos]

I know it doesnt help much right now but {{{{{hugs}}}}}

[lvs_eeyore]

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you, your dh, and your family. (((((((((((Hugs)))))))))))))

We may not be there in person but we are always with you in spirit.

I have been through a period in my life similar to yours. If you need to talk, vent, or just a shoulder to lean on I am just a PM or email away.

[Rexfan]

I am so sorry that you are dealing with all of this heartbreak. Try to stay strong, and I hope it helps that you have a lot of people pulling for you and your family.

I know you don't "know" me, but I have been following your posts and I was very sad to read your update.

Laura

[Leota]

C.Ann - I wish I could offer you more than my good thoughts & prayers. I can hear in your post how drained & overwhelmed you are right now & how hard it is to stay strong - I've been there too & sometimes it is so hard to just keep going, just to walk, to breath....I hope that you gain some strength from all the Love & prayers that are being sent your way, I hope it somehow bouys you up & helps you walk this road....Know that we are all here for you & your family....When your step-daughter comes (the difficult one) maybe your pain will draw you together instead of rip you apart - you are both suffering - you for your DH & she for her Dad- That's some powerful stuff & I hope somehow, you guys find some peace & strength in each other...
My candle's burning for you & your Husband.....

[CarolG]

Oh, C.Ann, I'm so sorry to hear this.:( You've had so much on your shoulders recently. I'm continuing to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. {{{{Hugs}}}}

[Credit Man]

My prayers for you and your family.

[JasonLyons]

sorry, keep holding on

[snuggles]

I wish we could be there to help you through this but the only thing I can do is pray. It seems that everything piles up when you are already stressed to the top. I did find that asking for peace made a wonderful difference when my dad was sick. Please dont think that you did something that you are being punished for. Hang in there. {{{HUGS}}}

[wovenwonder]

{{{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}

and Lots of Prayers and Pixie Dust coming your way. PLEASE keep us updated. I love the way you used a seperate thread for your update rather than posting to the old one. This way we were all sure to see it.

Take a big deep breath, give yourself a much deserved hug and start your day -- hopefully today will go much better for you.

[jx3smom]

You poor soul. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I will also pray that your step family will find it in their hearts to do what is best for your DH.

[iluvorlando]

C.Ann,

You are not being punished!! You are a wonderful, caring person who is just having some diffucult times right now. Sending you prayers and (((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))): (

[WDWHound]

C.Ann - The strength you have already shown in getting through yesterday is more than a lot of folks would be able to find. When the storm is this loud, the winds this strong, it can be hard to find God standing there with you, but he is there, standing beside you in the storm, helping you to fight your way through.

Please know that the prayers of many people are with you. I pray that today is a better day and that the trouble you have been experiencing will lessen. Hang in there, you can make it through this.

[December99]

You have right to crawl up into a ball and cry....in fact, it might help!!!!

Hope today brings some news so you are not in the dark as to what is happening......I'm keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers!!!!!!!!!!!!!

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

[Lars624]

I felt so much sympathy for your situation when I read your post. I will keep you and your entire family in my prayers. Something my mom always says occured to me while I was reading your post and that is how God never gives you more than you can handle. I know that isn't much comfort but it's all I know to say.
To possibly put your mind at ease about one thing, the tree, my insurance covered lightening hitting my house & a tree falling on my DH's car during a different storm.

[crazyme5kids]

C.Ann, My thoughts are with you during this painful time. Lay down, curl up and cry as hard and as long as you need to, you are entitled to it. When the tears run dry it will help you get through another day.

[oldkicker]

Oh my, C. Ann....:(

Prayers and good wishes for you....

[tkyes]

I'm so sorry C. Ann.

I've been thinking about you and will continue to keep you and your husband and family in my prayers.



Tamie

[JerseyJanice]

No advice or words of wisdom here. I just guess that sometimes, when it rains, it pours.

Hang in there, C. Ann. I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

[meeshi]

C. Ann, I am so sorry you are going through this. I wish there was something I could do to help ease your pain. All I can offer you is my prayers for strength to make it through each day moment by moment; for your heart to be filled with peace that passes understanding; for wisdom for the doctors; and healing for your dh. Please know that you and your family are being prayed for. ((((((((((HUGS)))))))))

[LSchrow]

c ann......

you have the warmth of many cyber-angels' wings wrapped around you right now.

please just PM or e-mail if you need to scream, cry, talk.............
you're in my prayers,
laurie s

[Bouncy]

Oh dear.{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}} to you big time.I am thinking of you.

[NurseKim]

I don't know what to say except I'm sorry and you and your DH are in my thoughts.

[The Mystery Machine]

My prayers are with you during this difficult time.

[DixieDreamer]

I am truly sorry you have had so many things hit you all at once. Each is worthy of our prayers on your behalf. And rest assured you will have plenty of mine.

Just a thought...unless the tree punched a hole into your house, or the phone is needed RIGHT this moment... I would suggest you forget all that nonsense and focus on being with your DH and handling the family matters associated with that. Cut yourself some slack by walking away from the stuff that can wait. As for attending the funeral, I am sure that there will be understanding (given your circumstances) for missing it.

When you are home and resting (which you need to do also)... love on the dog. You both are sharing a loss at the moment and it sounds like he needs some love now too.

I will keep you in my prayers.

[betz]

I am so sorry that so many hardships have been bestowed upon your life. I hope that some good news comes to you today.
I wish you were near and I could offer a hand in any way.
I had a huge oak just fall one morning. Plop it went down. Insurance paid for the damages and removal above my deductible.
Make sure to make time for just you. Read, meditate, go for a walk or whatever relaxes you. That is really important too.

[Pam]

I just sent you a PM about the tree but I see that a couple of other posters said the same thing, the insurance should cover the cost.

Still praying,
Pam

[newmousecateer]

C.Ann

I am keeping DH in my prayers. Also saying prayers for you. I know everything seems insurmountable right now, but somehow we always find a way to dig deep within ourselves to handle things, and I am sure you will.

{{{{HUGS}}}}

[Kallison]

Sending some strength and prayers your way.

[NancyIL]

I'm so sorry you had such a horrible day. It was one thing after another, and I can imagine myself "losing it" at a store under the same circumstances. You and your husband are in my thoughts and prayers. {{{HUGS}}}

[Kermit]

Your family will continue to be in my prayers. I'm especially praying that all will go well with your step-children and that you'll all keep your DH's best interest in mind and be able to get along. I know that can't make things any easier.

Don't worry if you can't get things done right now. No one expects you to. You can send a condolence card to your cousin's family in a month or so. Your garage situation should be covered fully by your insurance; get your insurance agent to recommend a good company and don't bother with interviewing multiple contractors.

Most of all, don't feel like you caused any of what's happening right now. You're enduring all of this because you're a strong person and you will be able to cope. I know it seems bleak right now, but things will improve, and you're a strong woman who will be able press on eventually. Just give yourself time. {{{Hugs}}}

[2disneywego]

{{hugs}} and prayers for you. I'm very sorry for everything that you're going through. :(

[Kitty 34]

Still sending good thoughts and prayers to you and your DH!

[luvwinnie]

I feel horrible that you are going through ALL this..it's one thing after another. Please know you will be in my prayers.

[fireplug]

More prayers and PD coming your way.

Steve

[Saffron]

I'm sorry C.Ann. It all seems so unfair. I will continue to pray for you and your family.

[Blondie]

You certainly have to deal with what seems like an unfair amount of stress, bad timing and bad luck.

I don't even know what to say except that even though it is all falling upon your shoulders, you have to stay strong, for your DH and for yourself.

I will continue to say my prayers and send PD your way.

{{{hugs}}}

[minniepumpernickel]

Sorry that you and your family are going through so much! Sending good thoughts, and take care!:D

[TeresaNJ]

C.Ann, again, my thoughts and prayers are with you to help you get through this. In regards to your stepchildren, PLEASE remember that you are your DH's wife, YOU are his healthcare POA, and YOU ultimately make the final decision. DO NOT let your stepchildren bully or guilt you into making wrong decisions. You know your husband best, and you know what he would want. As far as your DH being in a VA hospital, do not let anyone make you feel guilty about that; what matters is that he is being taken care of, and if he was a candidate for any kind of treatment that the VA couldn't handle, your DH would be transferred to a facility that could handle it. Also, if any of your stepchildren make a rukus in your DH's room, you do have the right to have the hospital refuse them entrance. I know this sounds drastic, but unfortunately, I have seen things come to this in the hospital where I work. Again, please feel free to pm or email me if you would like to ask questions to an unbiased third party, or just need someone to talk to who understands the whole scenario of feuding family members.

[faith]

I just read your post this morning C. Ann. So sorry to hear about your husband's health problems and all the other things that have come your way right now. Hugs and prayers for you and your family.

[gemmie214]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your DH. Is there someone close to you that you could lean on during this unbelievably difficult time? If you need a shoulder to lean on please don't hesitate to e-mail or PM me. {{{HUGS}}}

[ZPT1022]

As far as your DH being in a VA hospital, do not let anyone make you feel guilty about that

Please do not feel bad about that- we had family friends who's father was in a VA hospital and doing well, however they felt that they needed to move him somewhere with more plush accomodations. Two days later he died from a medication overdose. The quality of a VA hospital is fine. PLease take care of yourself

[Beanie]

So sorry you are having to deal with all of this...Hugs to you, C. Ann...

[Deb in IA]

I am so sorry to hear of these latest developments. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and your family.

I would also echo what Towncrier said. If there are any friends, neighbors, co-workers, other family members, church members (if you go to church) that you could turn to, I encourage you to do so. You have more going on now than anyone could possibly handle. Letting others help you would be perfectly understandable.

Take care, C. Ann . . .

[Rajah]

My goodness. You've had much more than your share of bad things happening this summer. I'm in shock sitting here reading everything going on!

C.Ann, I am SO sorry and sending all the prayers and pixie dust and strength I can to help you get through this.

*HUGS*

[preshi]

Oh my gosh C.Ann! I am so sorry! {{{{hugs}}}} If there is anything I can do for you please let me know!

[olena]

C.Ann, I feel so terrible about what you're going through. ***HUGS*** I truly hope good news will come your way soon.

[SuiteDisney]

I'm so very sorry. My prayers are with you and your DH. (((hugs)))

[Talking Hands]

Prayers for you and your DH C.Ann. Wish I lived near and could do something to help. Hugs

[Pixie Power!]

My prayers are with you and your family C.Ann. {{{hugs}}}


Emma

[nativetxn]

Oh, sweetie! Of course you are <b>not</b> being punished for anything. You have so much on your plate right now, I wish there was really something I could do to help, but there isn't :(

I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Katholyn

[Jeafl]

Oh C. Ann, my heart is just breaking for you. I pray that all of this gets better very soon. I wouldn't worry about your cousin's funeral right now, I think your husband needs your presence more. Please keep us updated when you can, and in the meantime, I'll keep praying for you and your family.

[Charleneluvsdisney]

I am very sorry, thoughts and prayers to you and your family

[NHAnn]

Hoping today brings some improvement in all these stressful situations, and some measure of peace and comfort to your heart!

[bfeller]

C.Ann, I am so sorry about what is going on in your life. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Just try to take it one minute at a time.

[glo]

C.Ann..hoping that today brings some better news for you. I shall keep you and all of yours in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs sweetie!

[ead79]

C. Ann, of course you still have my prayers. I can't imagine what you're going throught right now, but I know prayers will help. I certainly don't think you're being punished for anything. I'm so sorry for your pain, and will definitely continue to keep you in my prayers. {{{HUGS}}} for you.

[MerryPoppins]

You and your family are still in my thoughts and prayers (including your dog). You have certainly had more than your share of troubles. I suggest telling friends what is going on in your life. Tell everyone who is a willing listener. When my grandmother was in the hospital we prayed with another family who had a relative gravely ill. Sometimes you find a helping hand in unexpected places. You sound like you could use all the support you can get at this point in time. I'd have melted into a puddle by now!

Tell everyone you know to put you on a prayer list. There is so much power in prayer. The answers aren't always what we would like, but the support prayer lends a situation is indescribable. Let love carry you along while you can't seem to carry yourself.

Please don't think you are being punished. God doesn't do these things to us. However he does give us strength to face them. Lean on Him and anyone else that will lend a shoulder right now. Times like this try you to your limit, but they temper you like steel. You'll come out of the whole situation stronger.

[Serena]

C Ann, I am so sorry I didn't see this before now. I've been having computer problems.

Anyway, {{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}

You are not being punished for anything you've done or thought of doing. It's just a lot of overwhelming things happening at once.
I wish there was some way I could help.

I'm going to re-read the posts to make sure I didn't miss anything.

Here's a link to her original post for anyone that missed it, like me.

* (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=235841)

[Poohbear123]

Keeping you in my Prayers...........Faith.

[Pin Wizard]

((((((((((((((((C.Ann))))))))))))))))

More prayers and PD coming your way. I'm sorry you have so much to deal with! Please try and get some rest.

[Breezy_Carol]

C. Ann, {{{{{hugs}}}}} to you. I wish I could do just one thing for you, like buy you a phone or care for your dog. No one person deserves even a part of what you are dealing with. Please come here often for support and to keep us updated.

[Boots]

{{{{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}} Wish I could do something to make it all better. Saying prayers.

[loisg1]

C.Ann, sorry to read about all you are going through. Please know that my prayers are with you and your DH at this most trying time.

[B3LM]

I really wish we could all do something to make it better! Continued prayers for you and your DH...

Beth

[Planogirl]

I read your posts while I was at work today. I can't post from there but I thought about all that you're going through and I can't imagine dealing with so much. Please try to let us know how things are going as often as you can and keep in mind that we're thinking of you. Prayers for your DH.

[lovingthemouse]

You have our prayers! I am a firm believer that they work after all the wonderful DIS people sent them along for my hubbie too in June. Caroline

[bobcat]

You will continue to be in my prayers.

[cotye]

So very sorry to hear about all the things you have had to go through. My {HUGS} for you. :(

[dolphinlover]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can't even imagine going through all of these things at once from what i've read you are handling thing real well you must be a strong woman. just keep in mind your dis family is here when you need us.

[Kama89]

C.Ann, You will most certainly continue to be in my prayers...I'm so sorry you are going through all of this. :(

[Spinning]

Ann I don't know what to say...but I will say a prayer for you and your family

[CathyCanada]

C.Ann, I am so sorry. Just having to deal with your husband is enough, but all of this.....

Will say a prayer for you and hang in there!
Hugs!!
CC